A U.S. immigration judge has greenlit the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student, sparking debates over free speech and political activism. The ruling cites Khalil’s alleged 'threat to U.S. foreign policy' due to his involvement in pro-Palestinian campus protests last year. 🌍🎓
Courtroom Drama & 'Due Process' Debate
In a Louisiana immigration court, Judge Jamee Comans ordered Khalil, a green card holder with no criminal record, to submit applications to halt deportation by April 23. Khalil criticized the proceedings, calling them unfair: 'This is why they sent me 1,000 miles away from my family.'
Trump’s 'Pro-Hamas' Claim Goes Viral
President Donald Trump amplified the case on Truth Social, labeling Khalil a 'Radical Foreign Pro-Hamas Student' and vowing more deportations. Critics argue the administration is weaponizing a rarely used 1952 immigration law to target activists. 🔥📱
Protests, Visas, & a Broader Crackdown?
Khalil’s arrest follows a trend: nearly 1,000 foreign students and scholars reportedly had visas revoked after joining pro-Palestinian protests. Advocates warn of chilling effects on academic freedom. 'This isn’t about security—it’s about silencing dissent,' said one student activist.
With Khalil’s fate hanging in the balance, the case has become a lightning rod for debates on immigration policy and campus activism. Where do we draw the line between security and free speech? 💬⚖️
